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1999 to 2000 – The First Yamaha R6/YZF-R6
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1999 Yamaha R6/YZF-R6
The first R6: 120 HP with air induction and 169 kg dry weight.
2000 Yamaha R6/YZF-R6
The blur of the asphalt is highlighted by the single broken line which now appears solid. The wind screams around you as you cut through it like an aerodynamic experiment in perfect harmony with your bike. You are in control while all around you appears chaos.
For you there is no greater thrill than the ultimate in technological performance. The supreme combination of power, agility and adrenaline. In short, THE RUSH!
The perfection of performance is always just around the next corner; ride a Yamaha and you’re sure to have the inside track every time.